Griffonia simplicifolia, also known because of its active compound 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan), is a plant belonging to the Leguminosae family known as griffonia, but also as “African bean”, since it looks like a bean and comes from Africa. In ancient times in Africa people used the bark, the root and also the leaves of this plant…
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What You Should Know About Fibromyalgia: Symptoms List, Diagnosis And Treatment
Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain that is often accompanied by fatigue, depression and sleep disturbance. It can take some time to confirm a fibromyalgia diagnosis, because the symptoms resemble those of other conditions, such as hypothyroidism. These conditions must first be ruled out, before diagnosing fibromyalgia. This blog post deals with…
9 Surprising Reasons for Your Sugar Cravings and How to Stop Craving Sweets
Diet enthusiasts know the term “cravings” very well – the compulsive desire for a certain type of food – and for those who want to lose weight, craving for sweet foods might be an impediment. You might be surprised to know the real reasons for your sugar cravings and how to stop craving sweets. In…
8 Dieting And Weight Loss Myths Debunked
When we decide to start a weight loss plan and search for healthy life style tips, we get bombarded with information and news which aren’t always true. There are some false myths about dieting and weight loss out there that really need to be debunked. Debunking these myths is an important step towards a better…
Do you know if you have unhealthy eating habits? 5 effects of an unhealthy diet.
Our daily discomforts are often caused by eating the wrong food. But how can you tell if you have unhealthy eating habits? The answer is: by listening to your body and paying attention to certain symptoms. There are, in fact, at least 5 effects of an unhealthy diet. Well-balanced nutrition is the key of good…
How to Increase Serotonin Levels Naturally – 10 Ways to Boost Your Mood Without Drugs
Struggling with the “blues” or anxiety? Maybe your “good mood hormone” is to blame? The good news is that there are at least 10 ways to boost your mood and, in this blog post, I’m going to show you how to increase your serotonin levels naturally without drugs. What is serotonin? Serotonin is a neurotransmitter…